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Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so.Douglas AdamsThere is no such thing as an underestimate of average intelligence.Henry AdamsScientists will eventually stop flailing around with solar power and focus their efforts on harnessing the only truly unlimited source of energy on the planet: stupidity.Scott AdamsThe culture industry not so much adapts to the reactions of its customers as it counterfeits them.Theodor AdornoThe wise man doubts often, and changes his mind. The fool is obstinate, and doubts not; he knows all things but his own ignorance.AkhenatonI happen to feel that the degree of a person’s intelligence is directly reflected by the number of conflicting attitudes she can bring to bear on the same topic.Lisa AltherIf we cannot define stupidity, at least we can trace most human misfortunes and weaknesses to it.

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